Originally Posted By Misty I just used Priceline for a trip to San Francisco and was very happy with the results. Has anyone used Priceline for the Anaheim area? My biggest fear is ending up in a smoking room since my youngest has asthma.
Originally Posted By trekkeruss I've used Priceline a half dozen times or so, when saving money was more important than anything esle (which is why I have used it so infrequently.) I think the bidding side of Priceline is brilliant for car rentals, good for hotels, and just okay for airfare. I have only used Priceline once for an Anaheim hotel, and I got an exceptional bargain: I think it was $30/night for the Marriott. As far as getting stuck in a smoking room, I imagine that is becoming less and less of a problem. California has some of the most widespread smoking limitations, and most businesses are banning smoking from their establishments. Anyway... I strongly recommend that anyone who contemplates using Priceline look at this site: <a href="http://p070.ezboard.com/bpricelineandexpediabidding" target="_blank">http://p070.ezboard.com/bprice lineandexpediabidding</a> Especially read the FAQ's so you will know exactly how Priceline works. Then you can proceed to making informed and succcessful bids.
Originally Posted By MickeyMommy We have used priceline many times to add on a day to the begining of our trip. I have never used it for the whole trip. We have had alot of fun trying different places this way. We have gotten the following hotels: The Hyatt Regency Orange Co., The Coast Anaheim (now its called the Sheraton Park), Marriott Suites, The Double Tree Hotel, The Hilton Anaheim, and the Raddison Maingate. The only one I didn't like was the Raddison because it was yucky! So that has cooled me a bit on using priceline. Our best experience was at the Hyatt. He have gotten that one the most, and it is very nice. One time we came in late, and they had ran out of standard rooms, so we were upgraded to gorgeous 2 bedroom suite! Sweet deal for $50! We were sorry we only got THAT for one night! Anyway, I prefer being within walking distance while at Disneyland, so that is why he haven't done it more. If that is not an issue for you, there are some incredible deals to be had if you are the flexible type.
Originally Posted By Daannzzz I prefer to be in control of my location in Anaheum. I used Priceline once for arrival not and got the Residence Inn on Clemintine for $45.
Originally Posted By practicallyperfect We frequently use Priceline to stay the night before we check in on-site. We live about 6-7 hours away (by car) so sometimes we will arrive in Anaheim about 9 p.m. Hate to spend money on a hotel then so we use Priceline. I love using Priceline. I never ask for anything less than a three star. Have stayed at Doubletree, Hyatt, and Crown Plaza!
Originally Posted By MickeyMommy Thats us too - we will spend the first night at a priceline place, then we are able to check in bright and early the next morning at DLR. We have only done 3 star too, seems like the safest bet.
Originally Posted By Misty We are actually adding a day at Disneyland on to the end of a soccer tournament in So Cal (we live in Nor Cal), so we only need a hotel for one or two nights. MickeyMommy and practicallyperfect - how much did you pay for those hotels? Why is the Raddison yucky? Thanks!
Originally Posted By MickeyMommy Hi Misty, when you use priceline, you give them your credit card to bill and the amount you are willing to pay, and if they find a hotel willing to take your bid, they charge your credit card right then. The Raddison is a little run down in my opinion. The pool area especially was bad. The cushions on the chaise lounges were torn up, and the pool was old and crackly and a bit moldy. The walls were also very thin in our room. Every time we use pricline, I have to cross my fingers and hope not to get it.
Originally Posted By MickeyMommy Oops, I thought the question was HOW did we pay - not how much. Our winning bids have been between $50 and $60 for 3 stars. I know many have won 3 stars for as little as $35.
Originally Posted By ilvdland Umm, in May I accidentally rented a car for 3 hours instead of 3 days, and they wouldn't fix it. I know it was my fault, but sheesh..... I like Hotwire, but I haven't used either for hotels, only cars.
Originally Posted By practicallyperfect I have gotten a hotel for as little as $35/night. I always start at $35 and work my way up. Sometimes it takes a couple of times before you get the price you want. I paid $45 for the Crown Plaza in May! I have never paid more than $60 using Priceline. When the price gets that high, I switch over to Hotwire--another great site! I use Hotwire alot for travel to other places as well. Always seems to be really good prices through them.
